Changes in Tax and NI for artists in the UK

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Artists living in and paying tax in the UK need to stay on top of changes to tax and national insurance contributions.

There is good news and not so good news.


Tax

Good news for amateur artists - a new Tax Allowance
There's a major boost for the amateur artist!

Those making up to £1,000 per annum (after expenses and before tax) from creating and selling art will no longer have to pay tax

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